The Sustainable Healthcare Podcast

In this episode, Frederik explores the role of public procurement in decarbonizing the healthcare sector.He talks about the need for standardized sustainability requirements and shares insights from a survey with buyers across Europe. He also delves into the progress of the pharmaceutical industry and the importance of weighted tender scoring criteria.Tune in to learn more about the importance of sustainability in healthcare procurement and the need for greater alignment between ambitions and execution.

Discover how companies are setting targets and improving reporting quality, as well as the need for tangible emission reduction. Join Frederik, Amy, and Chris in this engaging podcast as they delve into the progress and challenges of decarbonizing the healthcare sector.Explore the potential of telemedicine and the importance of considering the environmental impact of the entire patient care pathway and how to shift focus from reporting to creating tangible results.Don't miss out on this insightful conversation that highlights the intersection of sustainability and healthcare.Tune in now!

Join Nick Jenkins from Manufacture 2030 and Frederick Van der from Green Innovation Group as they discuss their work in decarbonizing the healthcare industry.Learn about how Manufacture 2030 helps large manufacturing brands reduce their carbon footprint through data collection, action plans, and expert partnerships.Discover the importance of addressing scope three emissions and setting science-based targets.Be inspired to be a sustainability champion in your organization and explore the wealth of resources available in the sustainability space.Don't miss this insightful conversation between two industry leaders.

Join Joachim & Clare, the sustainability lead for Boston Scientific's EMEA business, as she discusses the challenges and demands of sustainability in the healthcare industry.Discover how businesses can meet customer demands for sustainability information, develop commercial teams, and collaborate with healthcare systems.Gain insights from a sustainability expert and learn how to implement advice effectively.Find out the importance of collaboration, partnership, and involving commercial teams in decision-making. Don't miss this valuable podcast on sustainable healthcare practices!

Join Clare, the Sustainability Lead for the EMEA region at Boston Scientific, as she discusses the healthcare industry's role in addressing climate change and sustainability.Discover how healthcare can be part of the solution, the impact of the industry on emissions, and Boston Scientific's commitment to sustainability.Gain insights into regulatory changes, the commercial landscape, and the innovative changes made by Boston Scientific to reduce emissions and waste.Don't miss out on this engaging conversation about the importance of sustainability in healthcare.

The role of frontline healthcare workers in driving sustainability change is a vital one. Join Joachim, Brit, and Mette in this week's podcast episode as they discussDiscover how the region of North Jutland is integrating sustainability into their strategic framework, aiming to reduce CO2 emissions by 30% by 2030.Hear about their successful collaboration with a private laundry service provider to develop reusable protective sheets, reducing single-use waste by 90%.Gain insights into the challenges of working with private suppliers and the need for a shift in economic thinking. Don't miss this inspiring conversation on sustainable solutions in healthcare!

Join us on the Sustainable Healthcare Podcast for an enlightening episode featuring Rasmus Revsbeck, a Life Cycle Assessment expert (LCA) from Region Midtjylland!Today, in the company of Frederik Van Deurs, we embark on a profound journey to address the urgent imperative of decarbonizing the healthcare sector. Did you know it contributes to a substantial 4-6% of global CO2 emissions?Rasmus unveils a pivotal insight: engaging healthcare professionals in the battle against environmentally harmful practices. Together, we wield the power to catalyze significant sustainability transformations within the sector.Eager to delve deeper into this transformational discourse? Discover the full episode in the first comment below. Enjoy!

Join us in this episode of the Sustainable Healthcare podcast as we dive into the decarbonisation of the healthcare sector!Frederik Van Deurs is hosting a special guest, Gitte Larsen, from Chiesi, the first global pharmaceutical company to achieve a B Corp certification! Chiesi, a family-owned company based in Italy, specializes in respiratory treatments, neonatal care, and rare diseases.Our guest shares an incredible insight about the B Corp certification, which assesses a company's sustainability and transparency across various areas. Chiesi´s commitment to sustainability includes becoming climate neutral by 2035, driving electric cars, and implementing sustainable practices in their operations.Enjoy!

Join us in this captivating podcast episode as Frederik Van Deurs sits down with Sebastian Nielsen, CEO, from Slow, the coffee producer that's changing the game with sustainable and regenerative practices!Slow isn't your run-of-the-mill coffee company. They take coffee production to the next level by growing their beans in forests, creating a haven for wildlife and nurturing soil health. Sebastian also delves into the pitfalls of conventional coffee production, including deforestation and chemical use. Slow's dedication to making a difference in both Europe and Southeast Asia is nothing short of inspiring.Ready to be part of the coffee revolution? Tune in to learn more about Slow's remarkable journey and their mission to connect coffee farmers directly with enthusiasts in Europe.Don't miss out – check out the full episode now! Enjoy!

In this podcast, Lars Thording and Frederik van Deurs discuss the benefits of reprocessing and remanufacturing in the medical technology industry.Lars explains how reprocessed devices can significantly reduce costs for hospitals while also decreasing the environmental footprint of healthcare.They address obstacles to widespread adoption and provide insights into regulatory considerations.The conversation highlights the potential of reprocessing in reducing costs and environmental impact in the healthcare sector.With valuable insights from Lars Thording, this podcast offers a compelling discussion on sustainable healthcare practices.Enjoy.

In this podcast, Addie MacGregor from the Association of British Health Tech Industries discusses the healthcare sector's efforts to decarbonize and the importance of collaboration.She highlights the role of the NHS in driving sustainability and the challenges faced by small and medium-sized enterprises.Tune in to learn about the support ABHI provides to its members and the opportunities and challenges in remanufacturing and reusing medical devices.Stay motivated and join the conversation on accelerating decarbonization in the healthcare sector.Enjoy.

During the summer, we're revisiting our four greatest hits and most enjoyed podcasts in a Best of 2022 series.The fourth episode is: 032 - GIG SPECIAL: Case study: Creating circularity & bridging the strategy and execution gap:How to create a strategy and execution model, making a factory go circular in their production? In this special episode, Joachim & Frederik take a deep dive on a recent project they've worked on with a healthcare company helping them make their production more circular, how to make the analysis a strategy, and how to make the strategy to implementable & executable model. Enjoy!

Businesses need to factor in the cost of water when investing in water reuse since current savings are relatively low due to the cheap price of water. In this podcast, Frederik van Deurs is joined by Simon Husum to discuss the importance of considering rising water prices and scarcity in sustainability efforts. They also discuss the challenges faced by healthcare organizations in meeting sustainability requirements and the importance of being forward-thinking in attracting and retaining top talent.Overall, the conversation emphasizes the need to minimize downtime, consider the rising cost and availability of water, and adopt a future-oriented mindset when making decisions about sustainability and efficiency in production processes.Enjoy!

During the summer, we're revisiting our four greatest hits and most enjoyed podcasts in a Best of 2022 series.The third episode is: 022 - MUST LISTEN: Why most sustainability transformations fail… and how to change that. This episode covers how to improve the success rate of the sustainability transformations that are started. We're looking at the three main reasons sustainability transformations fail and addressing how to change each one. Moreover, we're looking at how to create good analysis and most importantly what the difference between a goal and a strategy is We're also looking at how to deploy green transformations and sustainability as a growth engine.

What is the impact of digital transformation, the growing trend of single-use products, and the importance of sustainability and decarbonization efforts in the healthcare sector?In this podcast, Frederik van Deurs and Kristoffer Hvidsteen address these questions and the challenges faced by commercial organizations in the pharma industry. With practical insights and a focus on market demands, this podcast provides valuable information for anyone involved in the future of the industry.Enjoy!

During the summer, we're revisiting our four greatest hits and most enjoyed podcasts in a Best of 2022 series.The second episode is: 036 - How Roche are building sustainability into digital healthcare products and processes with Andreas & Pia @ Roche Diagnostics.On this week's episode of the Sustainable Healthcare Podcast, we have Andreas & Pia from Roche Diagnostics in the studio for a talk about digital health and how to build sustainability into these products. Enjoy!

Why is being equipped to address sustainability crucial for key stakeholders and how will it shape the future of the market?Join Frederik van Deurs and Joachim Almdal in this podcast as they answer the questions and address the importance of sustainability literacy in commercial organizations, specifically in the healthcare industry.Gain insights on the need for foundational knowledge, proactive initiatives, and the impact of sustainability requirements on profitability.Enjoy!

During the summer, we're revisiting our four greatest hits and most enjoyed podcasts in a Best of 2022 series. The first episode is episode 025 - Materiality Assessment – How to Move the Sustainability Needle: How can you move the needle in a sustainability transformation? That question are we trying to answer today. Frederik van Deurs and Joachim Almdal is back in the studio and sharing - in-depth – about their own work when actually working with major pharma & MedTech companies on improving their sustainability profile. This is a very tactical episode where we talk about what a materiality assessment is, how to do one and we're talking about Madonna. Enjoy!

Join Frederik van Deurs and Elisa Franz, CEO of Health Pro Europe, as they discuss the importance of sustainable procurement in healthcare.Learn about the challenges and opportunities in driving green transformation and the role of procurement professionals in shaping demands for the market.Discover practical steps towards sustainability and be inspired to make a difference.Enjoy!

Join host Krisfotter in a captivating episode of The Sustainable Health Care Podcast as he engages in a thought-provoking conversation with packaging expert Julia Vol.Together, they explore the challenges and opportunities in the world of sustainable packaging. Discover how circularity begins at the product design stage and explore innovative solutions like reusable coffee cups and refill stations.Gain insights into the need for industry collaboration and regulations to overcome the packaging challenge. Tune in now for an inspiring dive into the realm of sustainable packaging.Enjoy!

Plastic expert Julia discusses the challenges of plastics and their impact on the environment.She explains that compostable packaging is the only type of degradable plastic, but it requires proper disposal systems. She & Krisfotter, Director @ Green Innovation Group, discuss the need for a comprehensive approach to address the plastic challenge, exploring alternative materials where possible, and end-of-life support for materials.They suggest cross-sector collaborations and industry solutions to reduce plastic waste and regulatory and policy changes to focus on reducing single-use plastic.Listen to learn more!Enjoy!

In this Sustainable Healthcare Podcast episode, the host, Frederik van Deurs, CEO of Green Inoovation Group, interviews Henrik Alfredsson, a chemist at Frost Pharma, about his company's sustainable solution called WoodSafe.The conversation focuses on reducing emissions in the healthcare industry, particularly through sustainable waste management. The speakers discuss the challenges facing the industry and the potential for innovative solutions like WoodSafe to reduce environmental impact.This podcast is a must-listen for anyone interested in sustainable practices in healthcare and pharmaceuticals.Enjoy!

The Sustainable Healthcare Podcast explores the potential of generative AI to revolutionize healthcare and reduce CO2 emissions. The host Frederik van Deurs, CEO of Green Innovation Group, discuss the benefits and limitations of using AI in the medical field, including optimizing energy usage in hospitals and developing sustainable medical products. They also touch on the ethical concerns surrounding AI and emphasize the importance of human expertise and ethical considerations in decision-making.This podcast is a must-listen for anyone interested in the intersection of AI and healthcare.Enjoy!

In this Sustainable Healthcare podcast, molecular geneticist Nazneen Rahman discusses her passion for creating sustainable healthcare solutions and the urgent need for action in reducing the carbon footprint of medicine. She emphasizes the importance of collaboration and intentionality in driving change and highlights the issue of effective medicines being made but never used.The conversation covers various strategies for decarbonization and waste reduction in the industry and provides valuable insights into evaluating programs and initiatives from multiple perspectives.Listeners will gain valuable insights into the importance of sustainability in healthcare and the benefits of collaboration and systemic thinking in addressing sustainability in the pharmaceutical industry.Learn more here: https://www.yewmaker.com/.Enjoy!

In this podcast, Joachim Almdal from Green Innovation Group and Sage Hem, Geologist at Alumichem, will discuss the topic of water reclamation and its importance in achieving sustainability. We delve into the innovative methods and technologies that help conserve and protect our water resources.We also touch on the topic of animal ethics in relation to water usage and the impact of unsustainable practices on our environment and wildlife.Enjoy!

Join Joachim Almdal from Green Innovation Group and Skage Hem, Geologist at Alumichem, as they discuss the process of mining metals and minerals used in healthcare products.They explore topics such as the environmental impact of mining, efficient energy storage, CO2 emissions in healthcare, traceability throughout the supply chain, conscious consumption and recycling.Learn about how to reduce environmental impact from mining companies while gaining insight into cultural value of gold and other metals.Listen now to this fascinating Sustainable Healthcare Podcast!Enjoy!

In this episode of the Sustainable Healthcare Podcast, Nazneen Rahman, Geneticist, a non-executive board member and advisor to many in the healthcare industry, discusses the workings of a board of directors at AstraZeneca with CEO of Green Innovation Group, Frederik Van Deurs.They cover the responsibilities of a board member, the importance of asking questions, and the focus on sustainability within the board. This conversation provides valuable insights for anyone interested in the inner workings of a boardroom.Learn more: yewmaker.com.Enjoy!

Join the Sustainable Healthcare podcast as Frederik van Deurs,CEO, of Green Innovation Group discuss the challenges and innovations in achieving decarbonization and preventive healthcare in the emergency services sector with David Nri, Environmental Sustainability Lead, from Falck.From the importance of reducing carbon emissions in ambulance fleets to the potential benefits of drone technology in healthcare and emergency situations, this podcast highlights the need for collaboration and ambitious goals to create a more sustainable and effective healthcare system. Tthis podcast is a must-listen for anyone interested in the future of healthcare and sustainability.Enjoy!

In this podcast, Joachim Almdal from Green Innovation Group and Jannik Jensen, Global Product Manager at Medclair, explore ways to reduce carbon dioxide (CO2) emissions while using nitrous oxide and anesthetics in medical procedures. Nitrous oxide is a potent greenhouse gas, and its use in medical facilities contributes to global warming. Jannik og Joachim discuss various methods to reduce the amount of nitrous oxide. This podcast provides valuable insights for anyone interested in sustainability and the role of the medical industry in mitigating climate change.Enjoy!

Join Joachim Almdal from Green Innovation Group as he talks with Skage Hem, Geologist at Alumichem, about the complexity of cement production and its role in global CO2 emissions. Learn how to reduce emissions from cement production, what clients in the healthcare industry should do to reduce emissions, and how a system change and mindset shift are needed to address financing for CO2 emissions. Get valuable insights on how to make a green transition!Enjoy!

How is pharma tackling its climate change impact? Pharmaceuticals are estimated to contribute to up to 55% of health care's carbon footprint. As pressure increases for health systems to move towards net zero, we explore how pharmaceutical companies are playing their part to reduce their climate impact. Recently published research, led by Dr Amy Booth (medical doctor, PhD candidate at the University of Oxford), in collaboration with Dr Chris Winchester (CEO Oxford PharmaGenesis) and co-authors Professor Sara Shaw, Dr Stuart Faulkner and Dr Alexandra Jager at the Nuffield Department of Primary Care Health Sciences, University of Oxford, analysed the climate change targets of leading pharmaceutical companies, progress on reducing their emissions, and the strategies that companies are implementing to reduce their climate impact. The research showed that companies are setting climate change targets and for the most part, showing reductions in scope 1 and 2 emissions through a range of strategies. However, scope 3 emissions were inconsistently reported, and more work needs to be done to reduce them. With something as urgent as climate change, collaboration between industry, academia, governments and other stakeholders is vital to reaching targets and reducing emissions. You can read the full article at: https://www.mdpi.com/1660-4601/20/4/3206 Enjoy the episode!

Join Frederik van Deurs, CEO of Green Innovation Group, and Simon the Producer of the Sustainable Healthcare Podcast. They discuss sustainability projects and how to build a convincing business case for clients. They also talk about Green Innovation Group's work with clients on procurement decisions and LCA analysis, as well as why taking time for yourself is important in order to have a great day.Learn how to break down larger goals into smaller tasks and stay motivated in order to achieve success!Enjoy!

Frederik van Deurs and Anne Harsmann discuss how sales reps in the healthcare sector can bridge data into understandable messages for customers, differentiate their company from competitors, and leverage sustainability departments to create a business strategy.They also discuss how tenders must include sustainability elements and how sales reps can help fulfill this requirement.Listen to this podcast to learn more about the complexity of the role of a sales rep in healthcare.Enjoy!

Join Frederik van Deurs, CEO of Green Innovation Group, and Anne Harsmann, commercial professional with managerial roles in MedTech companies and an expert on sustainability, as they discuss the complexities of doing business in the medical field.They explore how patient preference is becoming increasingly important and how companies can best communicate with patients about hygiene and sustainability.They also discuss Maria Gaden's work on sustainability in Denmark and the importance of understanding customer needs when it comes to sustainability.Tune into this Sustainable Healthcare Podcast for an insightful conversation!Enjoy!

If Karen Blincoe means something to you, you're going to love this episode.If not, then you need to read up on your stuff - she is one of the most experienced we have in our field and now she is out with her book: Achieving Sustainability: The Ultimate Human Challenge. In this episode, we're diving deep with Karen on all things sustainability and her own personal journey into sustainability.Enjoy!Ps. Find her book here: https://karenblincoe.dk/the-book/

MedTech professional Michelle Sullivan is this week's guest.She is a seasoned MedTech professional that has been working with health economics, market access, and most importantly sustainability in medical technology.She takes us through her journey and how sustainability has become very important and the general sustainability landscape is looking in MedTech.Enjoy!

The Sustainability Marathoner is back.Decarbonizing Healthcare is all we do here at Green Innovation Group.You probably listen to this podcast, because you care about that too.And this episode is somewhat of a special. We're welcoming our new team member and previous podcast guest, Kristoffer Hvidsteen, who is joining the Green Innovation Group team.This podcast is about his journey in sustainability and why he's so keen on decarbonizing the healthcare sector with us.Enjoy!

How do you keep the medicines at the right temperature levels throughout the supply chain?It's an important question and the answers are even more important.On this week's episode, we are guested by a person, who has these answers: Jeroen van Loo, who's heading Cold Chain Monitoring for Elpro Global.In this episode, Joachim and Jeroen talk a lot about that, but also about the circular programs they are implementing and the sustainability aspects of this.So: lots of supply chain, lots of circular economy, lots of sustainability. Enjoy!

Ayla Kiser is back and so is the topic of biomimicry. In this episode of the podcast, Lasse is back with Ayla, and this time we're diving deeper into the examples of how to actually apply biomimicry in healthcare, sustainability and the world at large. Enjoy the episode!ps. We want to take a second and say thanks to everyone who's listening to the podcast! If you have topics you would like that we cover, guests you think we should invite, or want to talk about sustainability in your organization, feel free to reach out at joachim@greeninnovationgroup.com.

Maria Gaden is back in the studio this week with another episode about sustainability within hospitals and healthcare systems.In this episode we're touching on many different topics, including how scope 3 emissions affect the healthcare systems, but most important is the talk we had about why western healthcare systems must prioritize sustainability and why it's incredibly important that they get it right.Enjoy!

Have you ever found yourself wondering how you would actually make a sustainability impact in large healthcare systems? Well, we have the answer for you.In this episode, Joachim has Maria Gaden, Head of the Center for Sustainable Hospitals - a regular sustainability superstar - in the studio for a conversation on all things sustainability within hospitals and healthcare systems. In the conversation, Maria shares a lot of cases and her hands-on experience on how to actually, successfully implement measures to increase sustainability within these large hospitals. Or in other words: This doesn't break down in practice.Enjoy this episode!Ps. If you love the podcast, don't forget to subscribe. The more subscribers we get, the better the guests we can get, and thus the more value we can provide to our amazing listeners.

"Biomimicry is not chopping off elephant trunks and using that. It's not directly using something from nature, but it's taking the blueprint of that design using whatever materials make sense for the application."This is how this week's guest, Ayla, explains biomimicry.In this episode - aside from Lasse making his hosting debut - we're talking to Ayla about what biomimicry is and we discover the vast applications it has inside of healthcare.Enjoy!

In this week's episode, Nina & Susanne are back to talk about greening dentistry.Today the topics relate to the green dentistry movement Susanne and Nina are spearheading and this time also around how it looks through a social sustainability lens.We discuss the largest culprits when it comes to sustainability and dentistry - here Nina comes with a very tactical and operational list of stuff you can change already tomorrow to improve the sustainability in your clinic.Enjoy!

Hear the story about how the Sustainable Dentistry working group came to be and what work the zealots of the group are working to make dentistry greener in Denmark.In the studio today we have Nina and Susanne, a sustainable design engineer and a dentist, who are working on exactly this.Among other things, they are talking about how and if systematic oral care has an impact on infections after surgery, how to think about waste in materials used by a dentist, and much more.Enjoy!

Sustainability is a marathon, not a sprint. And how do you complete a marathon? You break it up into smaller targets. In the same fashion, you set targets for your sustainability that you can reach and then on to the next. This episode is about quantifying sustainability in a way that helps you measure and benchmark the results so we can make sure we have sustainable development.Enjoy this episode with Frederik van Deurs and Kristoffer Hvidsten.

Several of the largest pharma companies in the world has made a coalition and founded the Sustainable Markets Initiative that has the goal of greenifying the supply chains and by that fundamentally changing the way carbon is emitted - or more precisely - not emitted. Enjoy this episode with Frederik & Joachim of Green Innovation Group

Running workshops is a crucial part of improving sustainability in all companies. At Green Innovation Group we've had lots of opportunities to do so and in today's episode we've collected 5 actionable and easy-to-implement tips that you can use to improve the next workshop you are in charge of. Enjoy!

On this week's episode of the Sustainable Healthcare Podcast, we have Andreas & Pia from Roche Diagnostics in the studio for a talk about digital health and how to build sustainability into these product. Enjoy!

1/5 of global emissions comes from transportation making it that much more important to transition as much as possible to renewable energy sources such as electrically powered vehicles. On today's episode, Frederik is back with Isabel from HERE Technologies talking about transitioning and what types of challenges healthcare companies might face when making this transition. Enjoy this episode! ---The Sustainable Healthcare Podcast is a podcast hosted and sponsored by Green Innovation Group, a Danish consulting firm with one mission: Reaching drawdown and making the world more sustainable through innovation, rethinking the status quo, and action. This video series is our take on how to make the biggest impact and it is a great way to get everyone on board the green wave. We wish to make our knowledge accessible to everyone who wishes to put green innovation on the agenda. Download our latest research report: https://www.greeninnovationgroup.com/#Downloads Follow us on LinkedIn to stay updated: https://www.linkedin.com/company/greeninnovationgroup/ Connect and discuss innovation with us: Frederik: https://www.linkedin.com/in/frederikvandeurs/ web: https://greeninnovationgroup.com

On this episode of the Sustainable Healthcare Podcast, Joachim is giving you a 2023 checklist, to make sure that your best equipped to follow your sustainability strategy and actually hit your targets. Enjoy this episode!--

The war for talent is on, and it has also hit the MedTech sector, and that is why today, we're guested by Mike Moore, who has many years of experience on how to recruit the best talent in the startup world. In this episode, he shares his best advice on how to build teams, how to attract the right people, and why a true and sincere mission is instrumental if you wish to attract the top 5%'ers - the Force Multipliers. Enjoy!---The Sustainable Healthcare Podcast is a podcast hosted and sponsored by Green Innovation Group, a Danish consulting firm with one mission: Reaching drawdown and making the world more sustainable through innovation, rethinking the status quo, and action. This video series is our take on how to make the biggest impact and it is a great way to get everyone on board the green wave. We wish to make our knowledge accessible to everyone who wishes to put green innovation on the agenda. Download our latest research report: https://www.greeninnovationgroup.com/#Downloads Connect and discuss innovation with us: Joachim: https://www.linkedin.com/in/joachim-espeland-almdal-017a6973/Mike Moore: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michaeljeffreymoore/The Bleeding Edge Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/23ggnkXVDHv11irnq34VR0?si=81f75b08e781426bweb: https://greeninnovationgroup.com